Occupational Health Licensed Practical Nurse - Fayetteville, NC

Marathon Health•Fayetteville, NC

17d•$25 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Marathon Health is a leading advanced primary care provider, partnering with employer and union plan sponsors to improve health for millions of Americans. With nationwide onsite, nearsite, and network health centers, and virtual primary care, Marathon delivers a value-based model that enhances the healthcare experience for members and providers, while driving meaningful cost savings for plan sponsors. Marathon is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®, reflecting the company's commitment to building an inclusive, high-trust culture where all employees can thrive. Learn more at marathon.health $1,500 Sign On Bonus Included About Job Support medical providers and perform clinical duties such as welcoming visitors and patients, taking medical histories, assisting providers during exams, phlebotomy, collecting lab specimens, basic lab testing, prepare and administer injections and vaccinations, and medical supplies organization and stocking. Help patients feel at ease in the health center office and often explain the provider's instructions. Perform administrative duties such as maintaining general office organization, confidential medical records security, handling correspondence, and maintain a pleasant and sanitary environment. Requires flexibility and adaptability to assure consistent and seamless high quality customer service.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in nursing or equivalent degree
3+ years of work experience as an LPN/LVN in a hospital, medical clinic or comparable environment.
LPN or LVN Certification
Phlebotomy Certification
CPR/BLS are required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with occupational health strongly preferred.
Experience handling general office procedures, confidential files, and operating general administrative office equipment.
Outstanding customer service, patient care and overall concern for patient wellbeing and safety
Can effectively act as a liaison between patients and providers
Working knowledge of medical terminology, practical nursing theories and policies
Understand the ethics of confidentiality/HIPAA
Strong written and oral communications skills
Computer experience and knowledge of Electronic Health Records Systems (Athena preferred) and using Microsoft Teams and Microsoft 365 including Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task, prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Flexibility to operate in a constantly evolving and fast paced environment.
A proven record of successfully working with stakeholders/clients, guests, and vendors.
Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
High level of critical thinking, and creative and effective problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Collecting medical histories (diagnosed medical conditions, medications, allergies, hospitalizations, etc.), preparing patients for examinations.
Collect and record vital signs accurately.
Relay urgent requests and emergencies to the provider as appropriate.
Collect data and address immunization status of employees.
Coordinate ordering of lab tests and immunizations when needed.
Track compliance with initial and annual employee health requirements as directed.
Inform provider of any renewals and areas of concern.
Assist in monitoring of employees who have a work injury or contagious illness.
Contact provider immediately if conditions change for quick reassessment.
Instructing patients about medication and special diets, providing brochures and literature, and explaining treatment procedures to patients as directed by the provider.
Providing outstanding customer service, patient care and overall concern for patient wellbeing and safety.
Assisting the physician during examinations
Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens and appropriate paperwork
Performing basic laboratory tests
Preparing medications, including by intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections—including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by a physician or other licensed provider (e.g., a nurse practitioner or physician assistant)
Transmitting prescription refills as directed
Phlebotomy
Wound care and changing dressings
Follows HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality
Maintaining accurate inventory of valid and unexpired medical and general supplies, order as needed.
Keeps rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, washes and dries instruments used, and prepares sterilization as required.
Ensure medical storage systems such as lab storage, vaccine storage, medication dispensary, etc., are well organized, labeled, safe, and sanitary.
Aid providers in fitness for duty examinations and pulling medical records and necessary documentation for appointments and assessments.
Provide assistance to Providers and RNs to handle work related documents such as injury reports, Worker's Compensation and benefits forms, etc.
Assist with authorizations and referrals.
Assist with immunization programs and administering vaccines.
Partner with providers, clients, and other departments within Marathon Health to help with employee wellness programs and promotions, safety days and events, fitness fairs and incentive programs, etc.
Review Athena workflow updates and communicate to the team as appropriate.
Provide general office administration including welcoming patients, answering telephones and voice mails, answering questions and providing resource materials and documents.
Monitor and maintain general office organization, supplies, furniture, and equipment.
Order office supplies as needed.
Contact IT for computer and software issues.
Communicate any housekeeping, facility (light bulbs, etc.) and maintenance needs to appropriate contact.
Schedule/reschedule appointments according to office hours and provider availability
Updating, maintaining chain-of-custody and security of confidential files, and filing patient medical records according to protocol
Handling correspondence, coding and completing medical (such as HIPAA) and billing forms
Serves as a participant and general coordinator of special events (health fairs, classes, immunization clinics, etc.,) as communicated by event coordinators.
Communicate center and logistics issues to the event coordinators for instruction on adaption, obtaining materials, etc.
Maintain office literature, bulletin boards, signage, etc., and ensure presentation is professional in appearance, up-to-date, and according to Marathon Health branding standards.
Ensure center maintains a pleasant environment, MH branding, safety, hygiene and sanitation standards are met to the highest quality.